15 Chicken Thigh Recipes That Are Easy To Make

by Carole John

1. Kung Pao Chicken

Boneless chicken thigh recipes

The Kung Pao chicken recipe uses chicken thighs. The amazingly delicious and sweet dish is easy to make and brings together a variety of ingredients to add flavour to the chicken. It requires boneless chicken thighs, which are sliced into small pieces and marinated in a mixture of different ingredients before cooking. The main ingredients include boneless skinless chicken thighs, soy sauce, corn starch, sugar, white vinegar, red and green pepper and more. Full recipe at Gypsyplate. 

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2. Garlic-Brown Sugar Chicken Thighs

Bone in chicken thigh recipes

The crunchy and delicious garlic brown sugar chicken thighs are the perfect dinner for the family and you’ve got to add them to your chicken thighs recipes. It can be made with either Boneless or Bone-In Thighs. The bone-in thighs have a better taste and flavor from the marrow in the bones but take longer to cook than the boneless thighs. The juices from the sugar, honey, garlic, and herbs mixture add the sweet to the chicken. Full recipe at all recipes 

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3. 15 Minute Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

Air fryer chicken thigh recipe

The air fryer chicken thighs recipe is an easy way to cook chicken thighs for a weeknight dinner. The air fryer makes cooking less tedious while enjoying delicious chicken. The skinless and boneless chicken thighs are preferred for this recipe to ensure well-cooked, delicious and juicy chicken to be enjoyed by the whole family. The main ingredients include boneless skinless chicken thighs, olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika and black pepper. Full recipe at PINCH ME Good. 

Chicken Thigh Recipes
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4. Honey soy baked chicken thighs.

Honey soy-baked chicken thighs are easy and take less than 30 minutes to make. The amazingly delicious, tender and juicy are cooked in one pan in the oven, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Marinating the chicken thighs and leaving them overnight ensures the chicken has taken in the flavours from the different ingredients for a tasty and flavorful dish. The main ingredients include honey, soy sauce, boneless and skinless chicken thighs, white vinegar and sesame oil. Full recipe at Cafe Delites. 

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5. Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs

Baked Chicken Thigh Recipes

Garlic butter chicken thighs are easy to make and require simple ingredients for the amazingly delicious and juicy chicken thighs. It is a perfect lazy weekend dinner meal as it is ready in 30 minutes and few ingredients are needed. You can serve the chicken thighs’ with your favourite side dish, including roasted vegetables and potato salad. The ingredients include chicken thighs, olive oil, butter, garlic and fresh parsley. Full recipe at Primavera Kitchen. 

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6. Easy Teriyaki chicken

The easy teriyaki chicken recipe uses skinless and boneless thighs for a quick-fix chicken meal. It is easy to make and takes 20 minutes to cook. The ingredients added to the chicken, including honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and sesame seeds, add more flavours and sweetness. It can be served with rice and vegetables. Full recipe at BBC good food. 

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7. Honey-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Carrots & Broccoli

Healthy chicken thigh recipes

The sweet and savoury chicken thighs are baked with vegetables on the same pan, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. The vegetables add colour, flavours and nutritional benefits to the meal and can be enjoyed by the whole family. Marinating the chicken thighs generously improves the taste and flavour of the chicken. Main ingredients include honey, sodium soy sauce, garlic, cider vinegar, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and broccoli florets. Full recipe at Eating Well

Source: Eating Well

8. Skillet chicken Piccata

The skillet chicken piccata is easy to make and requires simple ingredients, all cooked in one pan. It is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner fix, especially when with guests and involved in other activities. The delicious and flavorful chicken takes 30 minutes to make for tender and juicy chicken thighs. The main ingredients include bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, garlic, dry white wine, capers and lemon. Full recipe at Delish. 

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Source: Delish

9. Crispy Balsamic Chicken: bone in chicken thigh recipes

The crispy and delicious chicken thighs are cooked in a skillet with brussels sprouts. It is easy to make and requires simple ingredients, yet it’s filling on its own perfect for a weeknight dinner. The chicken is crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside. The main ingredients include balsamic vinegar, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, garlic, Brussels sprouts, and grated Parmesan. Full recipe at Delish. 

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Source: Delish

10. Deviled Chicken Thighs: boneless chicken thigh recipes

Boneless skinless chicken thigh recipes

Deviled chicken thighs are great for when craving some crispy homemade chicken thighs. Make use of the oven to bake the coated chicken thighs until they are golden brown for a crispy and crunchy texture. The chicken thighs are dipped in a mustard mixture made with Dijon mustard, panko, Parmesan, chives, paprika, and cayenne. You can use either skinless boneless or bone-in chicken thighs. Full recipe at Food Network. 

Baked Chicken Thigh Recipes
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11. Easy chicken thigh curry: easy chicken thigh recipes

Chicken thigh recipes

The easy chicken thigh curry recipe is perfect when you have friends for dinner and are feeling lazy. It is easy to make, and you leave it to cook for most of the cooking time and engage with your guests. The colorful and flavorful curry can be served with rice, vegetables or any side dish of choice. Main ingredients include bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, passata, spinach, yogurt and tomato puree. Full recipe at  Beat the Budget.

Source: Beat the Budget

12. Piri-Piri chicken with mashed sweet potatoes & broccoli

This one-pan traybake recipe brings together flavors from chicken thighs, broccoli, and sweet potatoes. It is family-friendly and filling on its own perfect for a weeknight family dinner. The Piri-Piri spice gives the combination an extra kick. The main ingredients include sweet potatoes, skin-on chicken thighs, red onions, sachet Piri-Piri spice mix, and broccoli. Full recipe at BBC good food.

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13. Braised Chicken Thighs and Apples: bone in chicken thigh recipes

 Chicken thigh recipes

Braised chicken thighs and apple recipes are perfect for weeknight dinner or lunch. The apple adds flavor and texture to the chicken thighs. Bone-in chicken thighs are used in this recipe for a delicious and colorful meal to appeal to family or guests. The main ingredients include bone-in chicken thighs, fresh thyme leaves, leeks, dry white wine, chicken broth, and apples. Full recipe at Food Network. 

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14. Grilled Chicken Thighs with Israeli Couscous Salad

This recipe is perfect for the summer season, grilling for family and when having guests over the holidays. It is simple to make and takes only 45 minutes to cook. Marinating the chicken thighs with lemon, garlic, and oregano adds more flavor to the chicken. The couscous is toasted to give it a nutty flavor complimenting well with the grilled chicken. Full recipe at Food Network. 

Grilled Chicken Thighs Recipes
Source: Food Network

15. All-American BBQ Chicken Thighs: easy chicken thigh recipes

Healthy chicken thigh recipes

This recipe is great for the summer season barbeque with friends and family gatherings. The chicken thighs are a healthy option but amazingly delicious. The homemade barbeque sauce gives the chicken beautiful flavors and is appealing to the guests. The main ingredients include beer, molasses, orange juice, cider vinegar, bone-in chicken thighs and Dijon mustard. Full recipe at Eating Well

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Source: Eating Well

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